What do our students, graduates and staff say about the degree programmes, studies and student life in Helsinki? Find out by reading the articles or watching the videos.
In the Bachelor's Programme in Science, you get an interdisciplinary education in chemistry, computer and data science, mathematics and statistics, and physics. You start by getting acquainted with all the disciplines and choose only later which one to specialise in.
In the Master’s Programme in Economics at the University of Helsinki, you get a high-quality education in the field of economics by focusing on the key elements of economic analysis and methods. Oriented towards social sciences, the two study tracks of the programme prepare students for demanding expert occupations or equip them with the capability to pursue doctoral studies in Economics.
In the Master’s Programme in Forest Sciences, you learn how forests are both sources of renewable raw materials and complex ecological entities connected to their environment. Studies highlight the relationship between humans and nature as well as the role of society and natural resources.
In the #MadeByStudents video series, you get to know life at the University of Helsinki through student‑made videos covering a wide range of topics.
Featured video: The University of Helsinki provides several facilities to support students' learning, incl. laptop lending machines, printing stations, and lockers.
In the #NewInHelsinki video series, our students talk about their time at the University of Helsinki and offer advice to their fresher selves.
Featured video: Once, Debby was new in Helsinki. She came from Indonesia to Finland to study in the Master's Programme in Microbiology and Microbial Biotechnology.
In the #OneMinuteWith video series, our students answer some fun questions about themselves and their studies at their favourite spot on campus!
Featured video: Spend one minute with Su, a Master's student in Changing Education, whilst she answers a few fun questions about her study experience at Unisport Kluuvi, City Centre Campus.
Our alumni share how their studies shaped their careers—from professional development to landing their jobs and applying their skills at work.
The University of Helsinki is a place for both personal and scholarly advances — breakthroughs for life. Whether major or minor, they may come as personal insights, enduring friendships or academic achievements.
Five words. Two students. One poem. #Breakthroughs
What happens when you give our students five words? What emerged from Adventure, Breakthrough, Growth, Life, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem My Study Abroad Adventure by our Master’s students Arushi (Mathematics and Statistics) and Dippya (Changing Education), and the thoughts the word ‘breakthrough’ evoked in them.
Breakthroughs are born from the four values of the University of Helsinki: Truth, Bildung, Freedom and Inclusivity.
Wild imagination at the University
What emerged from the words Future, Dream, Freedom, Encourage, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem by our Master’s students, Cheuk (Data Science) and Annika (Environmental Change and Global Sustainability), and the thoughts the word ‘freedom’ evoked in them.
My Motivation Story at the University of Helsinki
What emerged from the words Openness, Friendship, Equality, Inclusivity, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem by our Master's graduates, Shihab (Pharmaceutical Research, Development and Safety) and Ayo (Agricultural Sciences), and the thoughts the word ‘inclusivity’ evoked in them.
What’s it like to live and study in Helsinki—housing, winter, internships, and more?
In our blog, students share their experiences of studies and student life at the University of Helsinki.
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